Las Vegas, NV – The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Las Vegas Chapter is proud to announce its 3rd Annual Mission Pitch, taking place on Monday, September 30, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This dynamic event will spotlight the impactful work of local nonprofit organizations in a fast-paced, high-energy pitch format.
Mission Pitch gives nonprofit professionals a powerful platform to share their stories, elevate their missions, and compete for unrestricted grant funding to fuel their work across Southern Nevada.
“Mission Pitch is a stage for nonprofits to tell their stories in powerful new ways,” said Karen Alonso, President of AFP Las Vegas. “Through the support of our sponsors, presenters gain visibility, feedback, and funding that help them amplify their missions.
NV Energy, PNC Bank, and Catapult Fundraising are generous event sponsors, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening Nevada’s nonprofit sector and investing in community-driven solutions.
The event brings together nonprofit professionals, funders, business leaders, and philanthropists. Participating nonprofits will have just five minutes to deliver a compelling pitch that showcases their mission, programs and impact, followed by live judging and prize distribution.
This year’s panel of judges includes Anthony Alonso, president of Catapult Fundraising, Magda Hirsch, Vice President, Client and Community Relations Director, PNC, and Karen Johnson, Senior Community Relations Specialist, NV Energy.
This year’s participating non-profits are:
· Miracle Hope Foundation
· Cristo Rey St. Viator College Preparatory
· Leaders In Training
· Candlelighters for Childhood Cancer
· Shoes for Scholars
· Scouting America
· Vegas Stronger
· Kickz for Kidz
· Signs of HOPE
· Girls on the Run Las Vegas
· Senior Resource Center
· Once Upon a Room
Event Details:
- Event: Mission Pitch 2025
- Date: Monday, September 30, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Las Vegas Area Council, Scouting America – 7220 S Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89119
- Tickets: www.afplasvegas.org
About AFP Las Vegas Chapter:
The Association of Fundraising Professionals Las Vegas Chapter is a professional association that advances ethical and effective fundraising through education, networking, and advocacy. AFP Las Vegas serves fundraisers across Southern Nevada, promoting a strong and inclusive philanthropic community.
Media are welcome. Interviews with nonprofit participants, AFP board members, and sponsors are available upon request.
For more information, visit afplasvegas.org or contact Karen Alonso, President, AFP Las Vegas – karena@uwsn.org / 973-580-7133
